Local CDL-A Position Construction Bulk

Local CDL-A Aggregate & Construction Bulk Hauler — Boise, ID

Hiring Radius: Treasure Valley • Terminal: Boise

Boise, ID Local 2018–2024 Day Cabs

Short-haul aggregate cycles across the Treasure Valley keep drivers home daily at $1,450–$1,850 weekly ($75,400–$96,200 annually). Crushed rock, sand, gravel and fill move from pits to active construction and road projects.

Typical Weekly Earnings
$1,450–$1,850
Estimated Annual: $75,400–$96,200
Sign-On Bonus Up to $1,000 after 90 days
Home Time Daily
Driver Type Company Driver
Daily Miles 150–350
Freight Type Aggregate & Construction Bulk

Position Overview

Vocational bulk work supports contractors, concrete and asphalt plants, road projects and excavation companies throughout the Boise metro.

  • Completes thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vocational equipment.
  • Monitors axle weights and reports suspected overweight conditions promptly.
  • Follows quarry scale procedures and verifies load information before departure.
  • Maneuvers safely around loaders, excavators, paving equipment and site workers.
  • Maintains accurate ELD records, delivery tickets and detention documentation.
  • Reports mechanical defects, hydraulic issues or safety concerns to dispatch.

Pay & Compensation Breakdown

Typical weekly earnings of $1,450–$1,850 reflect scheduled hours, overtime after 40, detention and qualifying production incentives rather than a flat 40-hour guarantee. Hourly rates range $29.50–$34.00.

Hourly Rate $29.50–$34.00
Overtime 1.5× after 40 hours
Detention $25/hour after first qualifying hour
Production Incentive Based on company volume program
Quarterly Bonuses Safety and attendance available
Sign-On Up to $1,000 after 90 days

Schedule, Home Time & Routes

Home Time Daily return to Boise area
Core Schedule Monday–Friday
Start Window Approximately 4:00–6:00 AM
Peak Season Occasional Saturday work
Typical Finish Target 4:00–6:00 PM

Equipment & Fleet

Tractors 2018–2024 Freightliner, Kenworth and International day-cabs
Trailers End-dump, belly-dump and selected live-floor units
Safety Features Backup cameras and standard monitoring equipment
Logging Standard electronic logging systems
Assignment Assigned equipment when available; slip-seating as needed

Vocational chassis configured for repeated quarry and construction-site work. Equipment shows normal cosmetic wear from dust, gravel and mud; mechanical condition maintained through scheduled preventive maintenance and local shops.

Real Routes

Local cycles connect aggregate sources with batch plants, asphalt operations, contractor yards and active residential or commercial construction sites across the Treasure Valley.

  • Crushed aggregate, road base, sand, washed rock, gravel and fill material.
  • Boise to Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell, Kuna, Eagle and Star deliveries.
  • Typical sequence: pit load, scale, site dump, return for reload.
  • I-84 corridor and connecting roads serve as the main local network.
  • Dispatch adjusts for pit availability, customer readiness and traffic in real time.
  • Empty equipment repositions toward the next loading point rather than long empty miles.

Typical Week & Daily Workflow

  • Arrive Boise terminal 4:00–6:00 AM, complete pre-trip and receive first pit assignment.
  • Travel to aggregate source, check in at scale house, load and scale out.
  • Deliver to construction site, communicate with site personnel, position and unload.
  • Return for next cycle; 3–8 loaded runs common depending on distance and readiness.
  • Afternoon final delivery, equipment inspection and return to terminal parking.
  • Winter shortens operating days; spring through fall produces strongest volume and occasional Saturday work.

About the Carrier

Construction and road-building activity across the Treasure Valley creates ongoing need for short-haul bulk aggregate that keeps pits, concrete plants and active job sites supplied. This Boise-based local operation focuses on repeated cycles of crushed rock, sand, gravel and fill rather than long-haul freight. Drivers work within a defined metro radius where pit availability, project schedules and traffic shape daily volume. The model matches vocational day-cab equipment and local dispatch to the practical, often unpredictable requirements of contractors, asphalt operations and residential or commercial development.

Benefits & Healthcare Coverage

Health Coverage Medical, dental and vision after applicable waiting period
Retirement 401(k) with company match after one year of eligibility
Time Off Accrued PTO and paid holidays per company policy
Uniforms & PPE Company-provided after onboarding; replacement support for normal wear
Operational Support Terminal parking, fuel cards, roadside breakdown coordination

Driver Qualification Requirements

  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Minimum 1 year verifiable CDL driving experience
  • Construction, dump, vocational or bulk-hauling experience preferred
  • Acceptable MVR and no disqualifying DOT violations
  • Ability to pass company road test and DOT physical qualification
  • Clearinghouse query, background review and employment verification

Operational Delays

  • Pit congestion and longer queues during peak spring and summer volume
  • Morning traffic around Boise and I-84 interchanges reducing completed cycles
  • Soft or muddy job-site entrances after rain requiring wait or redirect
  • Customer site readiness delays for loaders, grading or paving crews
  • Winter snow, freezing conditions and reduced daylight limiting project access

Hiring Process

1
Recruiter Contact
Usually within one business day
2
Record Review
CDL, MVR, Clearinghouse and employment history
3
Screening
DOT physical, drug screen and background
4
Road Test & Orientation
Typically 3–7 business days total

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many loaded cycles are typical in a day? ▼
Three to eight loaded cycles are common. Distance, pit queues, traffic and customer readiness determine the exact count.
Q: Are tarps or load covers required? ▼
Covering is used when required by the material, route, customer or operating rules. Drivers inspect the trailer after loading before entering public roads.
Q: What happens if a truck needs maintenance mid-shift? ▼
Contact dispatch and maintenance. Another available unit may be assigned depending on fleet status.
Q: Is overnight parking at truck stops needed? ▼
No. Equipment returns to the Boise terminal or approved company parking at the end of the shift.
Q: How does site unloading typically work? ▼
Follow site instructions, check in with a superintendent or operator, verify the ticket and wait for a safe dump location clear of heavy equipment.
Q: Can drivers without dump experience apply? ▼
One year of solid Class A experience may be considered with a strong safety record and demonstrated ability to learn construction-site procedures.

CDL Job Market

The Treasure Valley CDL-A market remains active for drivers who prefer home-daily work. Construction growth sustains consistent openings for aggregate, dump and bulk-hauling positions, especially from spring through fall. Local food distribution, retail replenishment and short-haul dedicated roles provide additional year-round options. Experienced vocational drivers often find stronger competition for the better hourly packages, while newer Class A holders can enter through solid safety records. Hourly construction pay with overtime frequently competes favorably against pure CPM regional runs for drivers who value daily home time and predictable local cycles.

Location & Freight Market

Residential and commercial expansion across the Treasure Valley continues to drive demand for construction materials. Aggregate pits, concrete batch plants and asphalt operations form the core of this freight stream, supplying road projects, utility work and new subdivisions from Boise outward to Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell and surrounding communities. The I-84 corridor functions as the primary east-west connector while local arterials handle final delivery legs. Seasonal building peaks in spring through fall increase volume, yet infrastructure maintenance and ongoing development sustain a year-round base. Short distances between sources and destinations favor repeated local cycles rather than long empty repositioning, reinforcing a bulk-hauling economy tied directly to regional growth.

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